More Love

Two thousand twelve was a very hard year. Miscarrying was difficult, but losing Jackie was so painful that I shut my heart off to anything new. When I became pregnant in September, I couldn’t bond. I was too afraid I would lose someone else. I just kept hoping that once he was here, the love would flow.

More love, I can hear our hearts cryin’
More love, I know that’s all we need
More love to flow in between us
To take us and hold us and lift us above
If there’s ever an answer, it’s more love
~Nicholson & O’Brien

Tracy says:

Michelle says:

Congratulations – I have been watching all evening! I am thrilled for your family! I cannot wait to hear about Annie’s reaction – I’m sure she is over the moon! Welcome to the world, James – you have an amazing family!

PS–James is a favorite name of mine: father, stepfather, brother, and a cousin. Three Jims and a James out of that mix (my brother is the James–but my sis & I sometimes call him J or [he probably hates this] Jamesy)

Angela B says:

Jody says:

Congratulations to all of you! He is very sweet and perfect in every way! I can not wait to read the stories and see photos/videos of James. He is one lucky little man. Hope you are feeling alright Heather!

Summer says:

Alexandra says:

I’M SO HAPPY FOR YOU GUYS! I was having a bad day and this little guy has just made it better, I’ve been looking forward to him for ages! Are you going to call him Jimmy? Is James in Jackie’s essence the way Josephine would have been? What does Asher stand for? Is Annie excited? Does Heather feel better? CONGRATULATIONS HE IS PERFECT!

Bridget says:

Yay! Welcome baby James! So happy for you guys (which feels a little strange since I don’t actually “know” you). What a blessing! A day to celebrate the miracles in life; you deserve all of this new found love. Congratulations!

Jodi says:

So so happy for you guys! You’ve had happiness, you’ve had heartbreak, yet you two manage to get through it all TOGETHER! What a strong marriage you have and a beautiful family. You’re story is so uplifting. Thank you for sharing!

MichelleR says:

Maggie says:

I am so happy for your family. James is a beautiful answer to so many prayers….from web strangers like me who want to see more blessings like this in your life. I can’t wait to hear about Annie’s reaction! So so happy for you guys!

I am so thrilled for you guys. I cannot think of two people who deserve “more love” more than the two of you. Much love to you, James, and your family – those here in spirit as well as those here with you physically.

Jen Martin says:

rc says:

Pretty sure all your readers just heaved a collective sigh of relief. Been holding my breath for nine months, right along with you. Congrats to you all. Can’t wait to see sweet Annie’s reaction to her new baby bro!

Jacquie Holley says:

So happy for all of you. James Asher, you have some awesome parents and a sister who if you listen closely will teach you all the ropes and tricks you’ll ever need to know. The way I see it you’re a pretty lucky little fella.

Jackie says:

Joy says:

Hooray! I’m celebrating for you tonight! Wishing your family tons of happiness with your new little boy Thank you for sharing your story with us out in the blogosphere – the posts your share about your family are a great example about family love. Welcome to the world James! You’ve been blessed with an amazing family!

Carol says:

Congratulations to the entire Spohr family! I’ve been checking Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram obsessively all day. So happy to hear that he has arrived. You chose a beautiful name for your beautiful boy. Sending love and blessings from S. Florida! xoxo

Jill says:

Sara says:

Ah y’all! So thrilled to “meet” James and see his mom and dad with big smiles on their faces! Hope you are enjoying your first hours with him and soaking him in. Cannot wait to see more pictures. Thank you so much for sharing your joy with us. Much love and smooches to the babe.

Nat says:

Crista says:

“Our son.” What sweet, sweet words. James is a perfect fit with Madeline and Annabel, as is Jimmy or Jamie with Annie and Maddie. Perfect! Loving how his initials spell out the abbreviation sometimes used for James
Welcome to the world little James Asher Spohr! I hope you and mama are doing well.

Molly says:

Please know that I am one of many who have sent whispered prayers and bountiful love to you and your family throughout the years. A new life is cause for celebration, and tears, and laughter and sighs of relief and happiness.

May your joy increase with your new son. May he grow strong with guidance and patience and love. May the earth sing a song of welcome to its new son, James Asher.

Cynthia Scott Pascual says:

Mister James is adorable & I am so happy everyone is doing well, safe & sound! You have the ultimate Guardian Angels looking out for you, so that is absolutely right, more love is just what you needed….very well-deserved! Enjoy your beautiful family and know many of us have our collective arms around each of you, okay?

MG says:

Iris says:

YAY!! I am so so pleased and happy to read that James is finally here! Such a beautiful, strong name. Can’t wait to hear about the moment Annabel meets her little brother. Congratulations Spohr Family!

“My wish for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, and your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold.”

Sinead says:

J in Eire says:

Welcome to the world sweet baby James, you have so much love waiting for you. Congratulations and very well done on the birth of your beautuful son Heather and Mike, I’m sure he is utterly adorable like his beautiful big sisters Maddie and Annie. Thank you for sharing your journey.

Sue says:

Julia says:

Congratulations Heather, Mike, Annie and family. Never forgetting big sister Maddie. Your news has made a lot of people very happy. Welcome Baby James, you picked a great family. Wishing you all many many happy times together xxoxx

Barbara says:

Katie says:

JoAnn says:

I was furiously, repeatedly checking the site last night for news. When I saw this post I could finally settle down to sleep. I am so happy for you and your family! Welcome to the world, James! And congratulations to you, Heather, and Mike, Madeline and Annabel, too. I also want to thank you: for opening a door and so honestly letting us on this journey with you. I hope you are feeling well!

Elizabeth says:

Started tearing up upon seeing the news and reading your beautiful post and then completely lost it when I saw The Joyous James. Congratulations! He is gorgeous, just like his sisters. Yes, he will bring you joy. And gray hair. And lots of small cars you will say bad words over when you step on them. Now to pass on the tears: go download Ben Harper’s “Beautiful Boy”. It’s my theme song for my boy.

Much love to all of you! As I said before, enjoy all the sweet and bittersweet. Maddie and Jackie and your Aunt are around you, in you, part of this moment.

Erica says:

Jo says:

Huge congrats Spohr family!!! He looks gorgeous and as the mother of a wonderful James, I commend you on the excellent choice in name! I have never met a James who wasn’t awesome. So happy for you and family!

Emily says:

What a blessing and an answered prayer! I checked your blog 528 times yesterday waiting on good news. You have been through SO so much…I am so glad he is finally here safe and sound. I know he is surrounded by so much love! Welcome to the world, James Asher Spohr! Beautiful name! Continued prayers coming from Indiana!

Andrea says:

Jackie F. says:

A huge congrats!! I don’t post often but have been following your story from the beginning. You two inspire me to be a better parent and to not take anything for granted. I am so happy little James is here!

Kay says:

Beth says:

Congrats to the whole family! Babies are…everything! Aren’t they? Long time follower, first time commenter — just so very joyous about your new addition(with a fabulous classic name that perfectly matches his sisters’ names).

Chris says:

Love the name. I have a son and grandson James. Jimmy, Jim, James, they grow with them. Jimmy became Jim to me when his son was born Jimmy. But his friends still call him Jimmy. In kindergarten he had a trifold name plate and each day he’d change it to a different one. The teacher thought it was so cute. Congrats to you and your family and little Jimmy, Jim, James, welcome to the world.

Nikki says:

Amy says:

Love to all of you coming from St Louis. I’ve been rooting for you! Congratulations!! Looking forward to even more stories of the Spohr clan, now with the addition of James Asher. May you all be well and happy!

Cameron says:

Jessica says:

Congratulations! I had a feeling The Acrobat would have a ‘J’ name. I rarely comment, but have been a long time reader, and just had to step out of the shadows to say how happy and relieved I am for you and your family. I can’t wait to follow along the journey and see darling pictures of Annie and James!

As hard as it has been for me to see pregnant women and newborns lately (my daughter was stillborn 3.5 weeks ago at 37 weeks gestation), I am so over the moon excited for your family. Congratulations on baby James’ arrival. Although I don’t comment much I’ve been a reader since 2009 and I feel as though the happiness of your family is as important to me as my own family members. Unfortunately I know I'm not emotionally strong enough to keep up with your blog right now, but I can't wait until I feel ready, so I can keep up with the adventures of the amazing Annabel and her new sidekick James.

Jackie Patti says:

Congratulations such joyful news, there really is a pot of gold at the end of your rainbow. As a mother of a micro preemie I can relate to your story. We also spent 97 days in the NICU, and I have say I agree with you about the nurses they were like angels sent down to care for these preemies. Best wishes to your beautiful family.